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Jordan 1-2 Algeria Stats: World Cup Debutants Eliminated as Mahrez Assist Inspires Comeback
Jordan and Algeria face off in Group J, with both sides looking to secure their first points of the 2026 World Cup. The post Jordan 1-2 Algeria Stats: World Cup Debutants Eliminated as Mahrez Assist Inspires Comeback appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Norway 3-2 Senegal Stats: Haaland at the Double Again to Book Last-32 Spot
Norway face Senegal in Group I of the World Cup, with the Lions of Teranga hoping to quiet Erling Haaland. The post Norway 3-2 Senegal Stats: Haaland at the Double Again to Book Last-32 Spot appeared first on Opta Analyst .
France 3-0 Iraq Stats: Mbappe Marks 100th Cap With Brace in Weather-Affected Win
France take on Iraq in Group I as Kylian Mbappé looks to build on his two goals against Senegal, while Iraq hope to keep their World Cup dream alive. The post France 3-0 Iraq Stats: Mbappe Marks 100th Cap With Brace in Weather-Affected Win appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Argentina 2-0 Austria Stats: Lionel Messi Breaks World Cup Goal Record With Match-Winning Brace
A goal in each half saw Lionel Messi surpass Miroslav Klose in the all-time World Cup goalscorer rankings, as Argentina comfortably defeated Austria. The post Argentina 2-0 Austria Stats: Lionel Messi Breaks World Cup Goal Record With Match-Winning Brace appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Lionel Messi Becomes All-Time World Cup Leading Goalscorer
After finding the net against Austria, Lionel Messi has nudged ahead of Miroslav Klose to become the outright top-scorer in men's World Cup history, with 17. The post Lionel Messi Becomes All-Time World Cup Leading Goalscorer appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Norway vs Senegal Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
After getting off to contrasting starts in their respective FIFA World Cup openers, Norway and Senegal will meet in New York in what is sure to be a high-octane clash. Look ahead to Monday’s match with our Norway vs Senegal prediction and preview. The post Norway vs Senegal Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Jordan vs Algeria Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Who will record their first points in Group J? We look ahead to Tuesday’s clash in San Francisco with our Jordan vs Algeria prediction and preview. The post Jordan vs Algeria Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Kylian Mbappé Set to Reach 100 Appearances for France
France superstar Kylian Mbappé is shining at the 2026 World Cup, and he should reach another landmark when Les Bleus face Iraq on Monday. The post Kylian Mbappé Set to Reach 100 Appearances for France appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Argentina vs Austria Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Can Austria stop Lionel Messi making FIFA World Cup history and securing another win for Argentina? We look ahead to the game with our preview. The post Argentina vs Austria Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
France vs Iraq Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Can Kylian Mbappé make history as he joins France’s centurions club? Look ahead to France vs Iraq in Group I at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with our match prediction and preview. The post France vs Iraq Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
New Zealand 1-3 Egypt Stats: Salah Scores in Historic Win to Gain Control of Group G
Egypt have won their first-ever FIFA World Cup match, coming from behind to defeat New Zealand 3-1 and move to the top of Group G. The post New Zealand 1-3 Egypt Stats: Salah Scores in Historic Win to Gain Control of Group G appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Uruguay 2-2 Cape Verde Stats: Pina Makes History as World Cup Debutants Battle to Another Draw
Cape Verde put in another brilliant display and made history on their way to a 2-2 draw against Uruguay as they sprang another surprise at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The post Uruguay 2-2 Cape Verde Stats: Pina Makes History as World Cup Debutants Battle to Another Draw appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Belgium 0-0 Iran Stats: Ten-Man Red Devils Frustrated in Second Successive World Cup Draw
It was action-packed, but nothing could separate Belgium and Iran. Look back on the action from Group G at the 2026 World Cup with our Belgium vs Iran stats page. The post Belgium 0-0 Iran Stats: Ten-Man Red Devils Frustrated in Second Successive World Cup Draw appeared first on Opta Analyst .
New Zealand vs Egypt Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
We look ahead to Sunday's Group G clash in Vancouver with our New Zealand vs Egypt prediction and preview. Can either side end their quest to finally win at the FIFA World Cup? The post New Zealand vs Egypt Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Uruguay vs Cape Verde Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Can Bubista’s team produce another shock in Group H at the FIFA World Cup? We look ahead to Sunday’s clash with our Uruguay vs Cape Verde prediction and preview. The post Uruguay vs Cape Verde Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Lamine Yamal Arrives at the World Cup to Play Role as Spain’s Inspiration
Lamine Yamal made his first FIFA World Cup start on Sunday, and he quickly ensured Spain weren't going to endure the same frustrations as in their humiliating draw with Cape Verde. The post Lamine Yamal Arrives at the World Cup to Play Role as Spain’s Inspiration appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia Stats: Mikel Oyarzabal and Lamine Yamal Lead First-Half Blitz
The European champions bounced back with a devastating performance to get their first win of the 2026 World Cup. The post Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia Stats: Mikel Oyarzabal and Lamine Yamal Lead First-Half Blitz appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Tunisia 0-4 Japan Stats: Ueda at the Double as Renard’s Comeback Falls Flat
Tunisia became the third team to exit the 2026 FIFA World Cup as they went down 4-0 to Japan at Estadio Monterrey in their second Group F game. The post Tunisia 0-4 Japan Stats: Ueda at the Double as Renard’s Comeback Falls Flat appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Belgium vs Iran Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
After a balanced start left both Belgium and Iran with just one point each from their opening FIFA World Cup fixtures, we look ahead to Sunday's clash with our Belgium vs Iran prediction and preview. The post Belgium vs Iran Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Spain vs Saudi Arabia Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
Spain will feel they have a point to prove against Saudi Arabia in Group H after a disappointing opening draw with Cape Verde at World Cup 2026. The post Spain vs Saudi Arabia Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Ecuador 0-0 Curaçao Stats: Sensational Room Earns Blue Wave Their First World Cup Point
Ecuador huffed and puffed but were unable to find a way past Curacao, with Eloy Room's 15 saves earning them their first World Cup point.. Re-live this Group E game with our Ecuador vs Curaçao stats page. The post Ecuador 0-0 Curaçao Stats: Sensational Room Earns Blue Wave Their First World Cup Point appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Germany 2-1 Ivory Coast Stats: Deniz Undav Reprises Super-Sub Role in Dramatic Victory
Follow this Group E game at the 2026 World Cup at Toronto Stadium with our Germany vs Ivory Coast stats page. The post Germany 2-1 Ivory Coast Stats: Deniz Undav Reprises Super-Sub Role in Dramatic Victory appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Netherlands 5-1 Sweden Stats: Brobbey and Gakpo at the Double as Dutch Sweep Swedes Aside
A five-star performance handed the Netherlands a big World Cup win on Saturday. Look back at the game with our Netherlands vs Sweden stats page. The post Netherlands 5-1 Sweden Stats: Brobbey and Gakpo at the Double as Dutch Sweep Swedes Aside appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Netherlands vs Sweden: How an Inconspicuous 0-0 Draw Became the Birthplace of Football’s Most Iconic Skill
Matchday 2 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup sees the Netherlands take on Sweden; it's a fixture that will evoke memories of a moment that became synonymous with a bonafide great. The post Netherlands vs Sweden: How an Inconspicuous 0-0 Draw Became the Birthplace of Football’s Most Iconic Skill appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Türkiye 0-1 Paraguay Stats: Ten-Man Paraguay Secure Vital Victory to Knock Türkiye Out
Follow the action live as both teams look for their first win at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. You can analyse all the Opta data from Türkiye vs Paraguay in our live match centre below. The post Türkiye 0-1 Paraguay Stats: Ten-Man Paraguay Secure Vital Victory to Knock Türkiye Out appeared first on Opta Analyst .
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